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We are now working with our 2026 intake and have closed new applications for now. Stay tuned to our socials for news on when we will be taking new applications again.
Northamptonshire Search and Rescue proudly represent and serve the people of Northamptonshire and we are committed to doing that in an efficient and effective way that is accessible and builds the trust and confidence of the communities we serve.
As a charitable organisation, we are committed to creating a team environment which promotes and supports inclusivity and respect. Within this team, and within the Northamptonshire community, we celebrate all aspects of diversity and aim to lead a working environment that is free from discrimination, harassment, bullying and victimisation.
NSAR team members are all unpaid volunteers who give their time freely. We have multiple roles within the team that will suit people with varied skills, of different age groups, from diverse backgrounds and with varying levels of experience.
For our operational team members, there are practical fitness standards that need to be achieved and maintained in order to carry out the basic search technician role safely and effectively. We also have non-operational roles that provide an equally important supporting role within the team that do not require the same fitness levels.
Before anyone joins us, it’s important to consider how much of a commitment it will be – not just from you, but also your families – in both time and money.
Our callouts can occur at any time of the day or night and can, at times, last multiple days. Equally we can go for many weeks without any callouts. For operational roles, minimum attendance expectations are monitored over a 12 month rolling period and include attending a minimum of 6 callouts or full mock exercises, a minimum of 25 hours training, a minimum of 75 total hours for all NSAR activities and attendance of at least 3 fundraising events.
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